Douglas Stewart is an avid amateur poker player who plays in live tournaments whenever his schedule allows, but makes his living as a literary agent in New York City where he focuses on working with novelists as well as with a few select children’s book writers. We talk about poker, literature, poker in literature, and … Read moreEpisode 237: Douglas Stewart

I’m once again raising money this holiday season for the Bay Area Urban Debate League, a non-profit organization I’m deeply involved with as a Board member, volunteer, and donor. Debating in high school and college changed my life, and in the 16 years that I’ve been involved with the urban debate movement, I’ve seen it change … Read moreChange Lives and Unlock Free Poker Strategy!

“Tapi” was born in Zimbabwe and lived in Scotland and Canada for several years before ultimately coming to the United States. Professional poker player may not have been the career that his parents envisioned for him, but after a few false starts, he’s making it work. And he’s got bigger plans for himself as well. … Read moreEpisode 236: Tapiwa Gwaze

Matt Glassman is back with a new job (senior fellow at the Government Affairs Institute), a new podcast (Congress, Two Beers In), and as usual some refreshingly wonky insight into what’s really going on in Washington. Plus when is it OK to talk politics at the poker table, and should you ever enter another flight … Read moreEpisode 235: Politics at the Poker Table with Matt Glassman

Between now and the end of the year, I’m offering a 25% discount when you purchase two or more hours of custom strategy videos. That’s two hours for just $150! Get the most out of your poker study time with a poker strategy videos custom-tailored to your needs. If you play online, I can review … Read more25% Off Custom Videos

Got a few of these leftover from the summer, if anyone wants to pick up this limited edition collector’s item! Only five still available, so options on size/color are limited. We’ve got 1 black, 1 gray, and 1 red available in XL, at $25 each, with shipping included if you’re in the continental US (#nitcast). There’s … Read moreThinking Poker T-Shirts Available

Carlos Welch has a new home (hotel), a new (used) van, and a new three-barreling range. We talk to him about living in Laughlin and driving across the country, and in our strategy segment, we get some insight into his “Carloose” style of play. If you aren’t familiar with Carlos, you can hear his full … Read moreEpisode 234: Carloose Welch